Union Reactions to Biden’s Exit

Several unions have expressed their endorsement for Vice President Kamala Harris to lead the Democratic ticket following President Biden’s decision to drop out of the presidential race on Sunday. 

• AFT Executive Council Unanimously Endorses Kamala Harris for President 

• UFT supports Kamala Harris for president 

• SEIU is ALL IN for Kamala Harris, a leader who will fight for workers and beat Donald Trump. 

• UFCW Endorses Vice President Kamala Harris for the Presidency of the United States 

• Communications Workers of America Endorses Kamala Harris for President 

 
Notably, many unions released statements in response to President Biden’s announcement without officially endorsing Vice President Harris. 

• Statement from AFL-CIO Officers on President Biden’s Announcement 

• IBEW Thanks President Biden for Being the Most Pro-Union President in History 

• NEA President Becky Pringle on President Biden’s Departure 

• AFSCME praises, honors Joe Biden after president ends his reelection campaign 

• UAW statement on President Biden’s candidacy 

• USW Thanks Joe Biden for Exemplary Leadership 

• AFGE Statement on President Biden’s Withdrawal from 2024 Presidential Race